The William Tanner House Museum
Built in 1857, this Italianate-style house was the home to prominent merchant William Tanner and his family. The family-owned the home until 1936 when it was donated to the Aurora Historical Society. The house was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.
The house features high ceilings, oak grained woodwork, ornate plaster decoration, and antique furnishings. Visit us and take a step back into the Victorian era.
Hours & Admission
Hours
Visit the calendar of events for hours, special events, and tours.
June 2023
Jun 04 2023
Tanner House Tours 2023 Season
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Jun 11 2023
Tanner House Tours 2023 Season
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Jun 18 2023
Tanner House Tours 2023 Season
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Jun 25 2023
Tanner House Tours 2023 Season
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July 2023
Jul 02 2023
Tanner House Tours 2023 Season
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Jul 04 2023
Tanner House Independence Day Celebration
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Location & Directions
The Tanner House Museum is located on the corner of Oak and Cedar (two blocks west of Route 31/Lake Street and two blocks north of New York Street.
304 Oak Avenue, Aurora, Illinois 60506